PERSONALIZED CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR SPONDYLOLISTHESIS
While medicine is still considering the classification of degenerative spondylolisthesis, chiropractic offers
gentle, relieving treatment. Spondylolisthesis is not a typically
cured condition, but one that reacts to control, often
without surgery and with personal effort and
special attention to movement. A condition differentiated
by the forward displacement of one vertebra on |he one under
it, stemming from degeneration of the spinal discs and joints,
degenerative spondylolisthesis impacts the lumbar spine and can
lead to pain, numbness, and weakness in the lower
back and legs. Diagnosis requires a thorough analysis
of symptoms, physical examination, and imaging tests like X-rays or
MRI scans. Medicine is still looking into its classification as
seen in a new paper by Baykov (1). Chiropractic
care has a non-invasive approach to handling it, focusing
on restoring spinal alignment, reducing inflammation,
and improving mobility. Chiropractic treatment as explained
by Kruse et al (2) offers benefit for back pain in patients with
spondylolisthesis and even related disc herniations. Care may involved
spinal manipulation like Cox® Technic flexion distraction decompression,
therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle modifications to decrease
pain, improve function, and heighten overall
well-being. With personalized Tonawanda
chiropractic care at Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation, individuals with degenerative
spondylolisthesis can find some relief and get back
their quality of life. Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation is here to help!
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Lee Hazen on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson about the use of The
Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management to ease spondylolisthesis pain.
TIP OF THE MONTH: Consider Stabilization Exercises for
Spondylolisthesis
Segmental stabilization exercises have surfaced
in recent studies as a highly effective method for
individuals dealing with spondylolisthesis. These targeted
exercises concentrate on strengthening the deep stabilizing muscles
of the lumbar spine, making the way for better
core strength, elevated spinal stability, and a reduction
in pain and disability. In a recent systematic review and
meta-analysis conducted by Lin et al. (3), the
significant benefits of segmental stabilization exercises were apparent,
with patients experiencing improved pain management and
functional outcomes, especially in cases of lumbar
spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis. The compelling evidence reinforces
the integration of segmental stabilization exercises into rehabilitation
programs, as they play a key role in furthering
patient recovery and enriching overall quality of life, a big
aim of care at our Tonawanda chiropractic office!
Make your Tonawanda chiropractic
appointment today with Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation!
We wish you the happiest of holidays! Happy
New Year!.
References for HEALTHY NEWS – December 2024